Walkabout on Carver Street, Sheffield has just re-opened, following a month-long major refurbishment.
The extensive renovation of the venue is part of the ongoing investment programme being undertaken by Walkabout’s parent company iNTERTAIN, and has created 20 permanent new jobs and includes a full re-design of the main bar, which now features a cross section of a polished aluminium American style camper van, equipped to double up as a second bar, serving both hot and cold drinks.
A spectacular canopied outdoor decking area has also been created and includes a second iconic camper van fitted out as a bar.
With the intention of adding focus to daytime trading, the new food and drinks menu has been introduced and the former Methodist Chapel’s original features have been highlighted, including its centre piece organ, galleried seating and original preacher’s pulpit which now serves at the DJ booth.
Significant investment
John Leslie, CEO of iNTERTAIN said: “This is a very significant investment and we are extremely excited by it. Walkabout in Sheffield now has a real sense of individual style and in combination with such an iconic building, we’re certain it will achieve a great return on investment.
“The move towards the new style Walkabout has been proving an extremely successful model for us, with a greater emphasis on daytime trading, as well as providing the same great atmosphere for big games and party nights.”
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The refurbishment includes a stunning ‘Reef Bar’ for the main bar area, where linked-screens showing under-sea and beach footage will give the impression of being in a ‘Great Barrier Reef-like’ paradise.
The Reef Bar boasts a variety of pre-bookable booths and private areas for parties, meals, club nights and live music, along with V.I.P. areas, a brand new, state-of-the-art sound & light system.
Pre-bookable areas are available for all major televised live sports events which will be shown on giant new projection screens, and multiple HD TVs, reaffirming Walkabout’s reputation as the number one live sports venue on the high street.
New menu and day time trade
The introduction of the new menu gives the venue an increased focus on food, offering light bites, main meals, sharing dishes and party platters. The new drinks menu includes wines, beers and cocktails inspired by the character and beauty of Australia.
The combination of the fresh looking modern venue and new menu will put Walkabout on the map for day time trade, positioning it as the perfect place for an impromptu coffee, relaxing lunch or a chilled out afternoon.